Bontrager
Interchange Deluxe Plus Rear Trunk

The Interchange Deluxe Plus Rear Trunk quickly snaps onto Bontrager's Interchange Racks (sold separately) and attaches to most other racks via its Velcro straps. It features a pop-up top and 2 expandable side panniers to offer 600-2,200 cub
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The Interchange Deluxe Plus Rear Trunk quickly snaps onto Bontrager's Interchange Racks (sold separately) and attaches to most other racks via its Velcro straps. It features a pop-up top and 2 expandable side panniers to offer 600-2,200 cubic inches of carrying capacity.

I use this trunk bag every day. I have been using trunk bags for 30 years as a commuter. I have never had such a good bag. The way it snaps in the versatility, its tightness to the bike, this all makes this the Cadillac of trunk bags. Other trunk bags flop around and need tie downs. Not this one. The panniers also are ready to use for clothing to and from work or even to carry a pie or some veggies home from the market. Worth every penny.

This pannier easily attaches to and detaches from my Trek 520 back rack. With the press of a button, the pannier locks into place and seems to remain very stable while I ride. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that the small side pockets, once unzipped, fold out into drop down side panniers literally doubling or tripling storage space. For me, I hope to become more "green" by riding to the grocery store and peddling food back home. The panniers are spacious. Realistically, the panniers earn a 4.5. I knocked a half point off because the side pouch zippers require some extra attention and care when zipping back up. The zippers could have been of heavier stock. Also, the center pannier sticks up a bit which requires a slightly higher leg kick to dismount. All in all, a great choice and yes I do recommend it, my friend.

I keep it my bike all the time. I carry clothes to work. Stuff to the gym. Grocery shopping. Throw my purse in when I'm just riding. So far my only complaint is the zippers on the side bag could be longer to allow for easier access. I love that it's really small on the way to the store and expands quickly and easily to carry all my groceries home!